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32 | The last fire drill was conducted on February 02, 2026 which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities.
Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. Classrooms, staff restrooms, kitchen and office area were inspected. Children were observed to be engaged in free play under the visual supervision of teachers. Facility has central heating/cooling and ventilation for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning products and first aid supplies were stored inaccessible to the children in care. All cabinets and drawers used for storage were locked. Equipment and furniture including feeding chairs and cribs were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in the rooms. Appropriate changing tables within arm's reach of a sink were observed in all infant classrooms. Trash cans for the disposal of diapers are placed in a locked cabinet under the diaper changing tables. Napping equipment including mats and cribs are appropriate. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition. Staff have two separate bathrooms. LPA observed fire extinguishers and facility has a built-in smoke detector/ fire system. Director stated that infants bedding is laundered daily at the facility. Director stated that the facility is cleaned by staff during the day and by a cleaning service at the end of each day.
Drinking water is readily available for children in each room and in the outdoor playground area via individual, labeled water bottles and refilled using a water pitcher. Water pitchers/coolers are used to refill bottles in the outdoor area. Water lead testing was completed for the facility on 04/28/2023 and no Action Level Exceedances were reported.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.
Facility provides meals and snacks to the children in care. Weekly menu was observed to be posted. The facility provides lunch and three snacks throughout the day for children one year of age and older. Food and beverages were stored safely to prevent contamination and spoilage. Food storage and preparation areas in classrooms and kitchen area were observed to be sanitary. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers. Infants bottles and food were observed to be labeled and properly stored in labeled bins. Food allergies or dietary restrictions, were observed posted in each classroom and in the kitchen.
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